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Second-hand smoke exposure down 96% since Scotland's smoking ban, study shows

Second-hand smoke exposure in Scotland is down 96% since the country's landmark smoke-free legislation came into force on March 26, 2006, new research by the University of Stirling and Public Health Scotland has shown.

Mar 28, 2026

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Tax, smoke-free legislation and anti-smoking campaigns linked to smoking reduction

Tobacco use remains a significant global health challenge, despite extensive control measures at both national and international levels. Smoking continues to be a leading cause of premature death, with exposure to tobacco—whether ...

Oct 7, 2024

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